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Tehran calls Israeli strikes 'grave war crime'

Jun 20, 2025, 14:33 GMT+1

Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi accused Israel of committing grave war crimes with attacks on Iran's nuclear sites.

Speaking at a UN's human rights council meeting in Geneva, he said 'hundreds' have been killed in Israeli airstrikes on Iran, adding that Tehran was poised to reach an agreement with Washingon.

Araghchi will talk with European counterparts in the Swiss city.

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UK police arrest six men near Iranian embassy in London

Jun 20, 2025, 13:57 GMT+1

British police have arrested six men on suspicion of grievous bodily harm following an incident near the Iranian embassy in London, authorities said in a statement on Friday.

"Six men have been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm – they remain in police custody," police said in a statement.

Local media reported the arrests took place at a protest against the Iranian leadership.

Police did not link the arrests to the Iranian embassy, but said they took place on Prince’s Gate in London, which is where the embassy is located.

"Two men were treated for injuries at the scene and have been taken to hospital for further treatment by the London Ambulance Service.

“Police have cordoned off the area while initial investigations take place.”

Iran launches new missile salvo at Israel

Jun 20, 2025, 13:55 GMT+1

Iran has launched a fresh wave of missile attacks targeting Israel, Iranian state media reported on Friday.

The Israeli military confirmed it had detected the launches from Iranian territory and said air defense systems were actively engaged in intercepting the incoming threats.

Israeli media says initial reports indicate missile impacts in Tel Aviv, the Negev and Haifa.

Photo released by Iranian media from the Friday attacks in Haifa
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Photo released by Iranian media from the Friday attacks in Haifa

Israel says military operation in Iran will continue

Jun 20, 2025, 13:48 GMT+1

Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations in Geneva said on Friday that the country’s military campaign in Iran would continue until its objectives are met, as diplomatic efforts intensify in Europe over Iran’s nuclear program.

“We haven’t yet fulfilled our goals so we are continuing our military operation in Iran,” the ambassador said ahead of high-level talks involving European foreign ministers and Iranian officials.

He added that Israel expects European powers to demand a full rollback of Iran’s nuclear activities during the negotiations.

Permanent Representative of Israel to the United Nations in Geneva, Ambassador Daniel Meron, addresses the media at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, June 20, 2025.
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Permanent Representative of Israel to the United Nations in Geneva, Ambassador Daniel Meron, addresses the media at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, June 20, 2025.

Khamenei’s representative says Iranians should not fear losses or threats

Jun 20, 2025, 13:01 GMT+1

Ahmad Alamolhoda, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s representative in Iran’s northeastern province of Khorasan Razavi, said on Friday that Iranians should not be alarmed by the deaths of commanders, nuclear program officials, or the loss of social assets.

“The enemy wants to frighten us through psychological and military operations. Fear leads to weakness, but the people have not wavered,” he said during Friday prayers sermons.

Echoing Khamenei’s recent remarks delivered from a bunker, Alamolhoda called on citizens to continue their normal lives.

“Why should we evacuate cities? That’s exactly what the enemy wants—to disrupt your daily lives so you abandon the field,” he said.

Ahmad Alamolhoda, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s representative in Iran’s northeastern province of Khorasan Razavi
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Tehran open to limits on enrichment, but rules out 'zero enrichment' - Reuters

Jun 20, 2025, 12:50 GMT+1

Tehran is prepared to discuss limitations on uranium enrichment but will "undoubtedly reject" any proposal for zero enrichment, particularly in light of ongoing Israeli military strikes, Reuters reported.

Citing a senior Iranian official, the report said Iran is awaiting a concrete initiative from the E3 (France, Germany, and the UK) on the nuclear issue and emphasized that the role of European powers is now more crucial, as Tehran is not willing to engage directly with the United States under current circumstances.

“The situation has changed. Europe must step up,” the official added.

French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noel Barrot, British Foreign Secretary David Lammy, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul and European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, meet at an outdoor terrace table at the offices of the honorary Consul of the Federal Republic of Germany in Geneva, Switzerland June 20, 2025.
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French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noel Barrot, British Foreign Secretary David Lammy, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul and European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, meet at an outdoor terrace table at the offices of the honorary Consul of the Federal Republic of Germany in Geneva, Switzerland June 20, 2025.